Mike & Lin's Blue River Log Cabin
Mike & Lin's Blue River Log Cabin. An oasis for adventure and serenity
“Jewel of the Yellowhead” has been the crowning phrase describing Blue River, B.C. since the first pioneers began exploring and settling in the North Thompson Valley years ago. Sparkling glacier-fed lakes, breathtaking mountain peaks and intriguing wildlife welcome visitors from around the world throughout the year.
See nature first hand. Hike any one of hundreds of trails to find yourself in incredible alpine forests or mountain meadows. Fish lakes and rivers for Salmon and trout. Enjoy a river safari and witness the abundance of BC's natural, beautiful wildlife, Bears, Moose, Deer, Opsreys, the list simply goes on and on.
Canoe some of the many rivers or for those who prefer the quieter pace choose from a multitude of pristine calm lakes. Rivers, lakes, streams and waterfalls abound and beckon you to relax and enjoy the wilderness. If you love the outdoors, if you love tranquillity, if you love excitement you will love Blue River.
Summer in Blue River
A winter scene
Saddle mountain
Set with views of saddle mountain, the property is located just off the Yellowhead Highway, a two minute walk from the serene Eleanor lake and a short walk from the well stocked town grocery store. A drive-in, drive-out frontage affords plenty of parking for your vehicle/vehicles.
The cabin's 1400 sq ft is nicely arranged over 3 floors and is fully furnished. Entry to the property is off the front deck directly into a living room, windowed to both sides and front. A separate dining area with table and chairs and wood stove leads into a Hansel and Gretal style kitchen equipped with plenty of cupboards a cooker/oven, fridge freezer, kettle, toaster, coffee maker etc etc. Crockery and cutlery are also supplied.
Stairs from the hall area lead both down to the basement and up to the 1st floor bedroom.
The basement houses a comfortable, good sized double bedroom with both a double and a single bed, a large hallway area with access to outside separates the bedroom from a laundry room with washer and dryer. The upper bedroom, windowed and balconied at both ends allows you to wake in the Queen sized bed with the sun streaming in over superb views of the surrounding mountains.
This is a well loved family retreat and we would ask our guests to look after the cabin like it were their own.
The attractions of Blue River and its surrounding areas are many and varied. Maybe it's the call of the mountains or the lure of the fast flowing rivers or the calm of the crystal clear lakes, whatever your desires, by the end of your stay your photo album will be bursting and your memories filled to overflowing. The true beauty is, whether you want adventure or solitude, in Blue River the choice is entirely yours.
Below are just a few examples of the beauty of Blue River.
Take time out and enjoy a swim or relax on the sandy beaches of Lake Eleanor, a two minute walk from the cabin.
Myrtle Lake
A 26 km drive up into the mountains enjoying breath-taking views along the way takes you into Wells Gray Park and up to the top of the world and the true wilderness of Murtle lake. Keeping nature as it should be, no engined boats are allowed, it's just you, the canoe and miles and miles of lake and pure nature. Camp out over night and listen to the sounds of nature as you star gaze. Away from the spoils of traffic you'll be amazed at how at one you feel with nature.
Clearwater Valley
An hours drive and you'll find yourself in the town of Clearwater, a thriving BC community. On the way there, stop off and witness the Sockeye Salmon making there way home to spawn. http://www.britishcolumbia.com/regions/towns/?townID=3395
Where Blue River is Wells Gray Park Northern entrance, Clearwater is it's most Southerly point. Spend the day touring through the park, visit Helmcken Falls, Dawson Falls, the look-out tower and much more. Witness Salmon jumping at Bailey's chute. Relax and enjoy the scenery as you picnic in one of the many picnic areas provided.
If you've energy left why not visit Interior Whitewater rafting
http://www.interiorwhitewater.bc.ca/
Try your hand at whitewater rafting, an exhilarating experience you are never likely to forget.
These are just a snapshot of some of the attractions which await you in BC's North Thompson region. Book early to avoid disappointment. Experience nature at its best. You'll return home with memories to last a lifetime.
Cabin details:
- Cabin size 1400 sq ft
- Main bedroom - Queen Bed. Front and rear balconies with mountain views
- 2nd Bedroom Double bed and single bed
- Comfortably sleeps 5 people
- Rear and front decks with mountain views
- SAT TV
- No Phone
- Pillows provided
- Bed linen not provided (can be arranged at additional cost)
- Space for RV parking
- Fully furnished and includes cookware, crockery, mugs, glasses, cutlery and utensils
- Shower room (no bath)
Booking details:
- Summer June - Mid September weekly rate $1000
- Winter Ski December - April weekly rate $1250
- Off Season weekly rate $500
- Bookings Saturday from 4pm - following Saturday 11am
- $500 due at time of booking ($250 off season)
- Balance due 45 days before arrival
- $500 refundable damage deposit required
- $250 cleaning fee if cabin or property is left untidy
- Well behaved pets welcome
- All garbage (including food from fridge/freezer) to be removed
- No smoking inside the cabin
Preferred currencies $CAD or UK Sterling.
Preferred payment by money transfer. Cheques also accepted.
No refund of deposit after 45 days prior to rental, unless an alternative renter can be found.
To book or make an enquiry, please use the Contact link at top of page
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